U11 Information for 2013-2014

CASL U11’s 2013-2014

As many of you are now aware we have moved in the direction of creating a true regional program for our U11’s for the 2013-2014 season. This is an extension of what will occur with the newly formed Capital Area Youth Academy (CAYA). For information on CAYA please go to www.caslnc.com. We are continually evaluating our programs and in doing so felt it was important to create a North and South Division for our rising U11’s for the 2013-2014 season. So the question most families are asking is “What does this actually mean?” Please see the list of bullet points below that will serve to answer many of the questions you may have.

• When registering for tryouts you must select a region (North or South). Choosing your region is based on where you live. Any instance of a family registering outside of their region will be assessed by the staff. The staff will determine on a case by case basis if playing outside of your region is something that will be permitted.

• Tryouts will take place at WRAL. Please go to www.caslnc.com for dates and times.

• We do anticipate 3 teams being formed in each region for a total of 6 boys’ teams and 6 girls’ teams. A decision on the exact number of teams will made during tryout phase based on the evaluation process and the quality of the overall player pool.

• Once teams are formed, CASL will determine which divisions within NCYSA teams will play.

• At this point no decision has been made as to whether CASL will have U11 teams play up at U12.

• Teams will train 3x per week. The assigned training nights for our U11 Program will be Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday in their respective regions.

• All training sessions will take place from 4.30-6.00pm.

• CASL North teams will train at WRAL and CASL South teams will train at location that is currently TBA. We are looking at various options in the Cary Area.

• If training is canceled for CASL South due to field conditions, CASL South teams will be invited to join CASL North training session (assuming North session is not canceled also).

• Teams will train in their region twice a week and the third day all players will train together alternating weekly between the north and south. A calendar will be created so families will know when they are training outside of their region. Players will train outside of their region essentially twice a month.

• Per the above scenario players in our U11 program will train together 4x per month. This is important for a variety of different reasons as it will bring our staff and players together. This training session will be tiered.

• Home games for CASL teams will be WRAL.

Should you have additional questions please don’t hesitate to contact me directly at paul.forster@caslnc.com

Happy Sunny Tuesday

YTS Families,

As you are all aware there is a great deal going with to the future.   Below is the current list of FAQ's we have put together.  This list is also available on our website and will be updated as needed.  Naturally there are a great deal of questions being asked and our hope is to answer as many of them as possble in our FAQ's.   If you have a questions please feel free to email me directly at paulf@caslemail.com.  I will do my best to get an answer to your question.

CAPITAL AREA YOUTH ACADEMY (CAYA) FAQs

Q: What is the Capital Area Youth Academy(CAYA)?
A: CAYA is a partnership between CASL, FC Cary, and Next Level Academy (NLA) forming a youth development program for the U09&U10 age groups. It is a ten month program designed to enhance development by providing professional coaching to young soccer players who have already shown signs of becoming “Elite” level players.

Q: What programs does CAYA take the place of?
A: Beginning Fall 2013, CAYA will take the place of FC Cary’s ASP and CASL’s YTS programs

Q: What is NLA’s role?
A: NLA will specifically provide a pre-season training camp and winter training to CAYA players. Costs for these activities are included in CAYA fees.
Q: When are tryouts?
A: Tryouts will be May 13, 14, 15, and 16 (rain makeup day) to form U9 and U10 CAYA teams for the Fall 13-Spring 14 season. Tryout registration can be completed at http://www.caslnc.com/Default.aspx?tabid=270611. Please make sure your register before the deadline.

Q: Where will tryouts be held?
A: For this year, tryouts for both regions will be held at WRAL due to available field space (Players will tryout with players only from their region). In future years, tryouts will alternate between regions or a central location will be identified.

Q: If my child makes a U9 CAYA team, are they required to tryout the following year for the U10 CAYA teams?
A: Yes, players must tryout each year for the CAYA program.

Q: How much does CAYA cost?
A: CAYA training fees are posted at http://www.caslnc.com/Default.aspx?tabid=270778.

Q: What additional costs are not included in the fees paid to CAYA?
A: Each player will be required to purchase their CAYA uniform through Eurosport (approximate cost $70). Players are not required to purchase uniforms in their second year if their current uniform still fits and is in good condition. Players will also be asked to purchase CAYA training shirts for $9 each. These training shirts should be worn at ALL CAYA training sessions and CAYA functions. Tournaments are not included in CAYA training fees.

Q: Whose coaching staffs will coach the teams in CAYA?
A: CAYA teams will be coached by FC Cary and CASL staff coaches.

Q: Will there be a curriculum that both North and South Divisions follow?
A: Yes. Both divisions will follow the same curriculum, with oversight from our regional directors.

Q: Which geographic division (region) should my child tryout for?
A: A player’s geographic division will be determined by their home address. Players living in Raleigh, Wake Forest, and Durham will play in the North region. Players living in Cary, Morrisville, and Apex will play in the South Region. Players living in areas not listed above should select the region closest to their home address. Players selecting a region not based on their home address will be asked to provide justification through the CAYA regional directors.
Q: Where will the CAYA teams train?
A: CAYA North teams will train in Raleigh at WRAL and CAYA South teams will train in Cary. Final field locations will be determined over the next month and once finalized will be released to CAYA families. CAYA South fields will be announced once they are finalized.

Q: Will CAYA players be able to play in another league or guest play?

A: No. We feel our 10 month program (along with players being encouraged to participate with NLA) will provide enough direction and time for player development.

Q: Where will the local games be played and how far will we travel?
A: Teams will participate in the NC Champions League (www.ncchampionsleague.com). Home games will be played in the team’s regional area. Away games are primarily played in the triangle area.

Q: What nights/times will CAYA players train?
A: U9’s will train on Monday and Thursday nights 4.30-6.00pm
    U10’s will train on Monday and Thursday nights 6.00-7.30pm

Q: What is the typical week for a CAYA player?
A: A Typical training week for a CAYA player will be two team trainings during the week and a game on Sunday. Also, players will be encouraged to participate in the NLA academy program (additional fee, tryout, and registration process through NLA - www.nextlevelacademy.com) which will provide one additional day of individual skills training during the week. There is no conflict between the CAYA team training nights and NLA academy training night.

Q: Who is this program targeting and what are the goals?
A: CAYA is focused on individual player development in preparation for playing classic soccer (highest level of competitive soccer in North Carolina). CAYA is a more competitive and focused program than recreational and challenge soccer and the expectation is that players that tryout for this program have that same level of commitment.

Q: Should I register my child for rec through CASL or FC Cary in case my child does not make a CAYA team?
A: Only if your back-up plan is to play rec… If your child does not make a CAYA team, then he or she would have a rec league spot. If your child makes a CAYA team, your rec fee would be transferred to your CAYA team (if you have registered for CASL rec) or refunded (if you have registered for FC Cary rec).

Q: How will teams be formed?
A: CAYA teams will be tiered within each region based upon player skill level. There will be no cross over teams. Any other decisions about how teams are formed will be decided at tryouts.
Q: Will U10 CAYA teams play U11 classic at NCYSA?
A: This will be determined at the conclusion of the fall season for our U10 teams. Based on the pool of players in each region we will evaluate and determine if playing U11 Classic under NCYSA is a good option developmentally for the players.